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Minsk Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Minsk Region, Belarus in December.

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Minsk Soligorsk Maladzyechna Ostroshitskiy Gorodok

Planning a getaway to Minsk Region, Belarus this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Minsk Region in December

Minsk Region, Belarus is a region in Belarus. December in Minsk Region generally has very cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect very cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 0°C (32°F) and nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) in Minsk. In many areas in Belarus, December brings with it chilling temperatures. When visiting these parts during this time, it's of utmost importance to be ready. Choose clothing that is both layered and insulating to combat the cold effectively.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Minsk Region, Belarus, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Soligorsk with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate snow/rainfall in Sula with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Minsk receives roughly 27 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Minsk Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Minsk Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Minsk)

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March5°C (41°F) April13°C (55°F) May19°C (66°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September18°C (64°F) October11°C (52°F) November5°C (41°F) December0°C (32°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Minsk Region in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Minsk Region.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Minsk Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Minsk Region, Belarus?

Temperature range in Minsk Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Minsk Region (December)

Minsk

In December Minsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
27 hours
46 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Minsk →

Soligorsk

In December Soligorsk generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-6°C (21°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Soligorsk →

Maladzyechna

In December Maladzyechna generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 1°C (34°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
27 hours
46 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
51 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Maladzyechna →

Ostroshitskiy Gorodok

In December Ostroshitskiy Gorodok generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
27 hours
46 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ostroshitskiy Gorodok →

Kolodishchi

In December Kolodishchi generally has very low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 0°C (32°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C (23°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-5°C (23°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
36 hours
27 hours
46 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
22 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kolodishchi →

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In our records: Belarus December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in Belarus in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in Belarus dropped to -35°C (-31°F) in Navapolatsk on December 31, 1978.
  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in Belarus was -30°C (-22°F) in Vitebsk on December 30, 1978.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Minsk Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Minsk 0°C (32°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Soligorsk 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Maladzyechna 1°C (34°F) -5°C (23°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Ostroshitskiy Gorodok 0°C (32°F) -5°C (23°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Kolodishchi 0°C (32°F) -5°C (23°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Nyasvizh 1°C (34°F) -4°C (25°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Minsk Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Minsk Region, Belarus in December?

Minsk Region, Belarus typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Minsk average around 0°C (32°F), and temperatures drop to about -5°C (23°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Minsk Region, Belarus in December?

Average temperatures in Minsk Region, Belarus during December range from a nighttime low near -5°C (23°F) to a daytime high around 0°C (32°F) in Minsk.

Does Minsk Region, Belarus get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Minsk Region, Belarus during December, with Minsk averaging close to 49 mm (1.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Minsk Region, Belarus?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Minsk Region, Belarus due to the typically poor weather in Minsk.

On average, the best time to visit Minsk Region, Belarus is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Minsk. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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